Lean and tech savvy: How miners can change the game and emerge stronger Published by Kate Douglas on 16 February 2016 From wearable technology to going lean, Deloitte suggests innovative strategies miners can pursue to adapt and emerge stronger.
How this businessman built a lucrative dairy company, while keeping a full-time job Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 February 2016 Two decades ago Eric Kimani saw an opportunity in Kenya’s dairy industry.
Visas: Which African countries are most open to visitors from the continent? Published by Justin Probyn on 15 February 2016 Findings from the African Development Bank’s recent report on visa openness between African countries.
Tuskys CEO weighs in on Kenya’s retail industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 February 2016 Dan Githua talks competition, partnering with informal traders and the challenge of theft.
Could these giant $40m blimps help miners bypass Africa’s infrastructure woes? Published by Kate Douglas on 15 February 2016 We look at a new craft that is believed to be eight-times cheaper than using a heavy-lift helicopter to move cargo.
Meet Anda Maqanda: From failure to one of Africa’s most promising entrepreneurs Published by Kate Douglas on 11 February 2016 ‘Reputation is everything in business. Always strive to deliver more than what you have promised.’
Charles Robertson on why there is much to like in Nigeria Published by Charles Robertson on 11 February 2016 We have always maintained that Nigeria’s future does not lie with oil, and are encouraged by the high quality government team that is pushing hard for diversification.
How to sell energy drinks in East Africa… and why Somalia is a big market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 February 2016 Talking business with the distributor of energy drink brand Shark.
Partnering with informal shops: Supermarket chain’s new growth strategy Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 February 2016 Kenya’s second-largest retailer Tuskys will start piloting a franchising model “very soon” as part of a strategy to expand its footprint.
Will fast-growing India be able to replace China’s demand for African commodities? Published by Kate Douglas on 9 February 2016 Expert Dr Anil Gupta shares his insight.
Is this ‘digital classroom in a box’ the future of education in Africa? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 February 2016 A look at BRCK’s new digital learning product.
Meet the Boss: Dan Githua, CEO, Tuskys Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 February 2016 ‘You shouldn’t wait for 100% certainty because if you wait too long you will find someone else has seized the opportunity.’
2016 Mining Indaba: Delegation numbers down, deal interest up Published by Kate Douglas on 5 February 2016 According to the Indaba’s MD, this year’s event is recording increased investor interest in mining deals and, surprisingly, even greenfield projects.
Distress and divestments to dominate mining deals in 2016 Published by Staff Writer on 4 February 2016 Financial distress among mining and metals companies will shape merger and acquisition activity in the sector in 2016.